Equator Initiative

Can safeguarding ancient tubers hold the key to protecting global food security against climate shocks? 🥔

High in the Peruvian Andes, six Quechua communities are proving that the answer lies rooted deep within the soil.

The Andenes de Cuyocuyo Agrobiodiversity Zone—a 2025 winner—harnesses millennia of Traditional Ecological Knowledge to cultivate over 150 varieties of native potatoes. By preserving these ancient crops, they aren't just protecting their heritage; they are building a global shield against climate change.

Explore this breathtaking visual journey to see how Cuyocuyo is safeguarding ecological heritage, defending against economic marginalization, and feeding hope for generations to come.

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